Yahya
يحيى
Meaning
God is gracious (John)
📖 Quranic Reference
Quran 3:39
This name is mentioned in the Holy Quran
⭐ Prophetic Name
Yahya is the name of a Prophet
Names of prophets carry great blessing in Islam
Gender
Boy's name
Origin
Arabic
Popularity
popular
Yahya (يحيى) is an Arabic name meaning "God is gracious (John)". It is the name of a Prophet of Islam — naming a child after a prophet is highly encouraged in the Islamic tradition. This name or its root appears in the Holy Quran (Quran 3:39), giving it special significance for Muslim parents. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so make your names good." (Abu Dawud)
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